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JUSTTHENEWS (The Center Square Staff) - Minnesota media outlet gets pushback when questioning $9B fraud figure

A Minnesota media outlet is facing criticism over recent coverage of fraud in the state. Tom Hauser of KSTP-TV, a Twin Cities-based outlet, published a story last week titled, “It’s the $9 billion question: Where is the fraud documentation?”

AXIOS (Torey Van Oot) - It's official: Amy Klobuchar is Democrats' pick to succeed Gov. Tim Walz

U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar sailed to victory in Minnesota's Democratic primary for governor on Tuesday. The big picture: Polling indicates that the four-term senator and 2020 presidential candidate will be a formidable contender in Democrats' bid to hold the open seat this November. Catch up quick: Klobuchar entered the race in late January, shortly after Gov. Tim Walz reversed course and scrapped plans to run for a third term . - Walz's exit came amid mounting scrutiny over his administration's response to fraud targeting state social services programs . Between the lines: The late entry into the race — and track record of out-performing other Democrats statewide — helped Klobuchar avoid a serious primary challenge from the left. -…

YOUTUBE (The Hill) - Flanagan hits Craig on immigration in Minnesota Democratic Senate primary | THE FIGHT FOR 2028

Immigration is becoming a flashpoint in Minnesota’s Democratic Senate primary as Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan looks to put Rep. Angie Craig on defense. The Hill's Sophia Vento breaks down why Craig’s past position on the issue could become a major test with voters in the Twin Cities. #minnesota #peggyflanagan #angiecraig #minnesotademocrats #democrats #dems #senate #minnesotaprimary #primary #elections #immigration #ice #twincities #thefightfor2028

AMERICANALMANAC (Ken Jacobs) - Kris Humphries builds fried chicken franchise empire after leaving NBA and Kardashian fame behind

Kris Humphries spent 13 seasons in the NBA and 72 days married to Kim Kardashian. Only one of those experiences made him a household name, and it wasn't the basketball. Now 41, the former power forward has traded arenas and tabloid drama for something considerably more grounded: a fast-growing chain of Dave's Hot Chicken restaurants […] The post Kris Humphries builds fried chicken franchise empire after leaving NBA and Kardashian fame behind appeared first on American Almanac .

Kris Humphries spent 13 seasons in the NBA and 72 days married to Kim Kardashian. Only one of those experiences made him a household name, and it wasn't the basketball. Now 41, the former power forward has traded arenas and tabloid drama for something considerably more grounded: a fast-growing chain of Dave's Hot Chicken restaurants across his home state of Minnesota. It is, by any fair measure, a better second act than most people get after a very public humiliation, and a useful reminder that not everyone who brushes against the Kardashian machine comes out diminished. Page Six reported that Humphries opened his first Dave's Hot Chicken franchise in Minnesota in 2023, near Hopkins High School, where he grew up. He had signed on to…Open

THENATIONALPULSE (Pulse Wires) - Fifteen Antifa-Linked Agitators Charged With Obstructing ICE.

Federal prosecutors have charged 15 people accused of obstructing ICE during “Operation Metro Surge,” a major crackdown on illegal immigration in Minneapolis by the Trump administration.

Federal prosecutors have charged 15 people accused of obstructing ICE during “Operation Metro Surge,” a major crackdown on illegal immigration in Minneapolis by the Trump administration. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Federal prosecutors have announced charges against 15 people accused of obstructing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minnesota. DETAIL: The suspects were charged on Tuesday for allegedly obstructing ICE during the Trump administration’s “Operation Metro Surge” in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota earlier this year. At present, 12 people have been arrested, while two remain at large and one was already in custody. Specifically, the charges concern people involved in two Minneapolis-based Antifa groups…Open

NPR (Sergio Martínez-Beltrán) - Minneapolis immigrants still feeling the sting of Trump's largest crackdown yet

The impact of Operation Metro Surge in the Twin Cities can still be felt, even three months after it ended. For immigrants, the impact has been devastating — many are at risk of losing their homes and business, and some are dealing with mental health challenges.

NYTIMES (Sheila M. Eldred and Ernesto Londoño) - ICE Agent Charged With Assault in Rare State Prosecution

Minnesota prosecutors have spent weeks investigating the conduct of immigration agents who took part in an immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities.

NEWSNATIONNOW (BEN FINLEY, Associated Press) - Trump's border czar says 'small' security force will remain in Minnesota

WASHINGTON (AP) — White House border czar Tom Homan said Sunday that more than 1,000 immigration agents have left Minnesota's Twin Cities area and hundreds more will depart in the days ahead as part of the Trump administration’s drawdown of its immigration enforcement surge. A “small” security force will stay for a short period to [...]

YOUTUBE (NewsNation) - Minneapolis Mayor Frey holds news conference as Operation Metro Surge ends

Watch live as Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and other city officials discuss the economic and social impacts of ICE operations across the Twin Cities as Operation Metro Surge comes to an end. MORE: https://www.newsnationnow.com/politics/frey-address-economic-social-impacts-ice-operations-minnesota/

DAILYCALLER (Vince Coglianese) - Editor Daily Rundown: Border Czar Tom Homan Wraps Up Minnesota ICE Surge

HOMAN MARKS VICTORY IN MINNESOTA ... Tom Homan Announces End To ICE Surge Operation In Minnesota Border czar Tom Homan announced an end to Operation Metro Surge on Thursday in Minnesota following a surge in arrests of public safety threats throughout the state.